Plains, KS

Farmers should evaluate cash flow, debt capacity and long-term financial goals when deciding whether to rent or buy farmland. The post Cash flow should guide farmland renting versus buying  appeared first on High Plains Journal.

High Plains voters send a message on trade, tariffs and leadership as election results reshape agricultural priorities. The post Election is behind us — lessons hopefully learned appeared first on High Plains Journal.

With cattle supplies remaining tight, market analyst Naomi Blohm examines what could drive cattle prices heading into 2027. The post Can cattle futures continue to rally? appeared first on High Plains Journal.

Paige Stanley’s research examines grazing management, soil carbon and rancher decision-making to better understand rangeland health. The post Stanley has different way of looking at rangeland issues  appeared first on High Plains Journal.

Could a little more dirt in our daily lives benefit our health? Trent Loos explores the connection between soil, bacteria and the microbiome. The post Time for more dirt on our hands appeared first on High Plains Journal.

When cattle prices drop sharply in a single day, producers feel the financial impact, and columnist Jerry Nine has some thoughts. The post Feeder cattle futures took a dip and traders appeared first on High Plains Journal.

Corn, wheat and soybean bids provide a snapshot of current country elevator prices for corn, soybeans, wheat and sorghum across the High Plains. This week’s report includes grain bids from Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas, reflecting market conditions as of November 2, 2026. These prices help producers compare local grain values and […] The post Corn wheat and soybean bids appeared first on High Plains Journal.

(Photo by Talena Reese via Pexels.) Missouri agricultural producers and small businesses can apply for two grant programs offering up to $200,000 per project to support value-added agricultural products and expand market opportunities.  The Missouri Agricultural and Small Business Development Authority is accepting applications for its Value-Added Agriculture Grant and Missouri Value-Added Agriculture Farm to […] The post Missouri grant programs offer up to $200,000 for agricultural p

Explore Kansas hay prices and market information, including regional pricing for alfalfa, grass hay, straw and other forage products across the state. This past week, compared to last week, Hay supply remained tight this past week, while movement slowed due to weather conditions and elevated fuel costs, making transportation increasingly costly. Fifth- and sixth-cutting alfalfa […] The post Kansas Hay Report appeared first on High Plains Journal.

A comprehensive state-by-state snapshot of current hay markets and outlooks. New Mexico—In Oct. 23 report, compared to the last report, the hay market appeared firm. Colorado—In Oct. 23 report, compared to the last report, Trade activity Moderate. Demand Good to Very Good all markets of new crop hay. Premium small squares of alfalfa, alfalfa/grass mix, […] The post State-By-State Hay Markets appeared first on High Plains Journal.